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Career Talks: Lessons from OECD
OnlineJoin us on our third event in collaboration with CIROS and IAPSS. This week, we are hosting one of the senior advisors to the OECD secretary general to discuss routs and obstacles of working in an International Organization. The event will be online and please do not forget to register Read more…
Guest Lecture on the Situation in Myanmar
OnlineHi everyone! Next Wednesday, May 12th at 7 PM on Zoom, the SSEA Committee is organizing a guest lecture on Myanmar. Following a military coup on February 1st, elected leader Aang San Suu Kyi and other members of her National League for Democracy (NLD) party were detained. Since then mass Read more…
Presentation by the Japanese Embassy
OnlineThe East Asia Committee has organised a presentation by Caspar Westelaken from the Japanese Embassy on May 12th from 17:30 - 18:30. Topics will include: Dutch-Japanese relations, how an embassy functions, scholarships + Q&A. The Zoom link to join is : https://universiteitleiden.zoom.us/j/6664004792...
Webinar: Media Perspectives in Latin America
OnlineOn the 6th of May, three scholars will take us through different media narratives within Latin American journalism. Each of them will be giving a presentation related to their fields of expertise, which then will be followed by a fruitful discussion open to the audience. Our first speaker, Dr. Bruno Read more…
Syria: Ten years since the Arab Spring
OnlineIt has been over a decade since the start of the Syrian civil war, which has caused much destruction and displacement. The war is considered one of the worst humanitarian crises of the 21st century. Therefore, the BASIS Middle East Committee will be hosting an online panel discussion to help Read more…
Movie Screening: Disney’s Raya and the Last Dragon
OnlineHello everyone! The SSEA Committee is excited to bring you a new event. This time we'll be screening Disney's latest animation movie: Raya and the Last Dragon! The film is a landmark moment for Southeast Asian representation in Hollywood. Raya is Disney’s first Southeast Asian princess, and is voiced by Read more…
Care week Poetry Night
OnlineCARE committee welcomes you to our poetry night during our CARE week: An evening of creativity, expression and laid-back vibes. As one of our classic events we look forward to connecting with you. This is a new beginning for all us. What better time to get together and share our Read more…
Russian antique jewels guest lecture
OnlineJoin the Eurasia committee as Marie E. Betteley introduces us to the world of antique Russian jewlery and talks to us about her new book
Being a Student During a Pandemic. Let’s talk about it!
OnlineHow does our exposure to the screen impact our mental health? How has online education changed the way we learn? How can we stay connected during times of physical distancing? We don’t have the answers, but it helps to talk about it! Join us in this discussion by students for Read more…
PeaceBoat Hibakusha Event
OnlineThe East Asia Committee x Peace Boat x #Youth4Disarmament have collaborated to organize a discussion with Ms HIGASHINO Mariko, a second-generation Hibakusha who are survivors of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. The purpose of the event is to raise awareness for the abolition of nuclear weapons and nuclear arms which are still Read more…
YUMUNC 2021
OnlineWe are proud to announce our partnership with the Yale University Model United Nations Conference! From April 8th to 11th, hundreds of university students from around the world will engage in world-class debate on the most consequential issues of our times, “championing change” while forming an interconnected global community. Outside Read more…
Careers and internships at the UN and UN virtual tour
OnlineWijnMUN Committee is excited to present its next event! Join us on April 1st to learn more about how to find and apply for job positions or internships at the UN. The event will start at 7 pm with a virtual tour of the United Nations and, after a short Read more…
Webinar on circular economy: practical solutions
OnlineA swimming pool turned into a model city for circular economy, and a startup that makes pavements out of duckweed? How have the people behind these ideas made real life innovation with impact? We’re delighted to welcome Sabine Biesheuvel, co-founder of BlueCity: a former swimming pool that became an international Read more…
Falemos Português!
OnlineOlá a todxs! The Portuguese language café is back and this time it will be better than ever! We (the BASIS Latin America Committee) have paired up with the BASIS Africa Committee in order to organize a playfully educational night, filled with fun pub quizzes and good company. No ticket Read more…
SSEA Online Borrel
OnlineHello everyone! The second semester has started and the SSEA Committee are excited to bring you a new set of events but unfortunately we can't have potlucks or karaoke events just yet. We feel that now, more than ever, it's important to stay in touch with you all. That's why Read more…
The way to Stress Management and Stress Relief is not a hard one
OnlineHow can we recognise stress in our body? What are the early signs? How can we best protect ourselves from having a burnout? Is it possible that stress is related to unhealthy coping mechanisms or even self-sabotage? Let's meet and talk about what you need to know about Stress Management. Read more…
Chinese Lantern Festival Workshop
Online新年快乐! Happy Chinese New Year! We're heading towards the last day of the New Year celebrations, or more famously known as The Lantern FestivalTo celebrate this special occasion, the East Asia Committee has organized a workshop to make traditional Chinese lanterns on February 26th These lanterns symbolize vitality, good luck and prosperity, Read more…
Movie screening: Hidden Figures” in honor of Black History month
OnlineFor Black History Month, Care Committee invites you to our movie screening of the film Hidden Figures! This movie explores the history of black female mathematicians working at NASA in the 1960s. We also invite you to a discussion of the movie afterwards. We will ask ourselves what it means Read more…
Guest Lecture Anton de Kom by Karwan Fatah-Black
OnlineIn light of Black History month and Anton de Kom's 123rd birthday, we are excited to welcome Dr. Karwan Fatah-Black as our guest speaker. We are also welcoming the Stichting Standbeeld Anton de Kom in Den Haag, who are working on erecting a statue of Anton de Kom in The Read more…
Valentine’s Day Movie Night with East Asia Comm
OnlineFor the singles whose heart wasn't shot by Cupid's arrow this year and the couples who want to enjoy a cosy night together, the East Asia Committee has organized a special Valentine's day event for you! Join us for a romantic movie night online (on Kast) on Sunday 14th February from Read more…